Packing Hall Team Leader

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Driffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Driffield is seeking a hands-on Packing Hall Team Leader to ensure smooth operations across packing lines. The role involves leading a team, managing shift handovers, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates have food production experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for career growth in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Paid breaks

Stable schedule

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food production or packing environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage a team effectively.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of Packing Hall Operators.
• Manage work allocation, break schedules, and hygiene routines.
• Conduct effective shift handovers with incoming Senior Production Operators.
• Ensure correct setup and safe operation of processing and packing lines.
• Conduct packaging quality checks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Tools

SAP

WinCC

Job description

Packing Hall Team Leader

Location: Driffield

Rate: £15.44/hour

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence in food production? Stafforce North Yorkshire hub are hiring 2 Packing Hall Team Leaders to join a fast-paced, high-performing team in a leading food manufacturing environment.

As a Packing Hall Team Leader, you will be the go-to person for ensuring smooth and efficient operations across the packing lines. You will lead a team of operators, manage shift handovers, and ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

Team Leader Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of Packing Hall Operators.
• Manage work allocation, break schedules, and hygiene routines.
• Conduct effective shift handovers with incoming Senior Production Operators.
• Ensure correct setup and safe operation of processing and packing lines.
• Perform start-up checks and monitor equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate to the Shift Engineer when needed.
• Maintain accurate records of process changes, downtime, and waste.
• Oversee packaging material usage and ensure correct coding and pallet tracking.
• Liaise with Shift QC to manage waste and maintain product quality.
• Promote high standards of housekeeping and safety compliance.
• Conduct packaging quality checks
• Report and investigate accidents, escalating serious incidents appropriately.
• Support emergency procedures and complete evacuation reports.
• Operate and manage Packing Orders using WinCC & SAP systems.

What We are Looking For:

• Previous experience in a food production or packing environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and manage a team effectively
• Familiarity with SAP and WinCC systems (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate with paid breaks.
• Stable Monday-Thursday schedule.
• Opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic production team
• Supportive work culture focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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